Osaka pays 'love and respect to Japan' in Wimbledon kimono
Naomi Osaka has long been renowned for dazzling crowds with her on-court outfits - but making that compatible with Wimbledon's all-white dress code required special inspiration.
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"When I think about Wimbledon, it's obviously the all white. There's obviously the tradition of it all."
— Naomi Osaka , Athlete
"From my end, I thought that was really fun just because I didn't think anyone expected that."
— Naomi Osaka , Athlete
"I wouldn't say it eases my nerves to wear these outfits because a little part of my mind wants to do well so I can continue wearing them."
— Naomi Osaka , Athlete
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Naomi Osaka has long been renowned for dazzling crowds with her on-court outfits - but making that compatible with Wimbledon's all-white dress code required special inspiration.
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